Brian DeVal

The Government has confirmed it is looking at how it can help local authorities reopen swimming pools at risk of permanent closure. It is feared up to 10 per cent of pools across the country will not reopen when given the green light to do so by the Government due to financial difficulties. Read more

Sports minister Nigel Huddleston says the Government is committed to reopening leisure facilities ‘as early as possible in July’ – as they play a crucial role in keeping all ages active. Mr Huddleston was responding to various written questions posed by MPs about swimming and the continued closure of leisure facilities. He also welcomed the … Read more

Swim England is calling on its members, clubs, coaches, teachers, swim schools, swimmers and facility operators to back its #OpenOurPools campaign. Chief Executive Jane Nickerson has said millions of people are being let down by the Government’s decision not to allow pools to reopen on 4 July. So we are urging Prime Minister Boris Johnson … Read more

The Swim England Hertfordshire Annual Council Meeting takes place on Wednesday 1st July 2020. It will be held via Zoom. Paperwork and the Annual Report can be downloaded here. It is the opportunity for the Swim England Hertfordshire membership to be represented, via their club delegates, to ensure the good governance of the county. Make … Read more

Swimming pool users will have to adapt to a ‘new normal’ to ensure the safety of everyone visiting and working at facilities, according to guidance published by Swim England. The recognised national governing body has issued its Returning to the Pool advice ahead of the Government giving the green light for a return to the … Read more

Swim England East Region have written to all members thanking them for their help and support during the current crisis. Read the full letter.

Swim England has issued new recommendations on land training and open water club activity after the coronavirus lockdown was eased by the Government. From Monday 1 June, Government guidelines allow groups of up to six people from different households in England to meet outside. This opens up the opportunity for outdoor land training with one … Read more

Swim England has announced all its remaining national events in 2020 have now been cancelled. The decision has been taken to allow the recognised national governing body to start planning for its competitions in 2021. It will also ensure athletes do not rush back to full fitness and potentially put themselves at the risk of … Read more

Robust guidance to help the aquatics sector prepare for the reopening of pools will be released by Swim England on Monday 15 June. The recognised national governing body has been working in collaboration with industry partners to produce the detailed document. It has been developed in consultation with Sport England and Public Health England for … Read more

Aquatics clubs could benefit from a new crowdfunding pot of cash created to help combat the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on sporting organisations. Sport England and Crowdfunder have teamed up to make £1 million of match funding available through the Active Together partnership. The scheme could see clubs receive funds up to £10,000. On … Read more

Elections for members of the Management Board and Discipline Managers are due to take place at the Annual Council Meeting. Nomination forms for Management Board members and for other post holders must be submitted by 31st May 2020. If you believe you could make a real contribution to the future of aquatics in our county … Read more